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10 Part-Time Summer Jobs Perfect for Teens

Summer, summer, summertime! It’s every kid’s favorite time of year, but too much time on their hands can be a concern for parents. A fun part-time summer job may be the answer.

2013/05/13

Gov. Christie Signs New Legislation Pertaining To Minors And Tanning

According to a release, Christie signed a bill on Monday that prohibits minors under 14 years of age from using spray tanning facilities and prohibits minors under 17 years of age from using tanning beds.

2013/04/01

Advances In Acne Research

A new study has identified, for the first time, specific strains of bacteria associated with pimples as well as others strains that may protect skin.

2013/03/05

Top Sleep Away Summer Camps For Kids In Philadelphia

These are the top sleep away camps in the Philadelphia area that are sure to provide young adventurers with a summer full of fun and enrichment.

2013/02/22

Tumblr, Snap-Chat More Popular With Teens, Young Adults Than Facebook

A new survey by Survata surprised the social networking world by documenting the rapid growth of Tumblr and Snap-Chat.

2013/01/20

Study Finds About 12% Of Teens Have Thought About Suicide

Suicide is known to be the third leading cause of death among teens.

2013/01/10

Police: Teens Vandalize Two SEPTA Buses

Philadelphia police and SEPTA police are trying to track a group of teenagers who caused extensive damage to two buses in Mayfair late Saturday night.

2012/12/16

FILE: Phillip Alpert says "sexting" has ruined his life. Alpert, 20, had to register as a sex offender two years ago after emailing nude photos of under age girlfriend. They were both minors when the photos were taken. He has been kicked out of college, cannot get a job and has to attend an offender class each with men who have raped children or molested dozens. (Photo by Ricardo Ramirez Buxeda/Orlando Sentinel/MCT via Getty Images)

Pennsylvania Lawmakers Crack Down On ‘Sexting’ By Minors

A bill designed to crack down on the practice of “sexting” by minors in Pennsylvania is on its way to Governor Corbett’s desk, and a spokesman says the governor is expected to sign it.

2012/10/18

Brotherly Love: Acting Without Boundaries

It’s hard being a teenager with a disability, especially if your dream is being in theater. Now, one woman who lived that is providing free acting and singing lessons for dozens of disabled young people.

2012/09/25

Philadelphia District Attorney Drops Rape Charges Against 5 Teens

The Philadelphia district attorney’s office has dropped rape charges against five boys accused of attacking a girl at a recreation center last month.

2012/08/31

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New Jersey Teens Accused Of Staging Ice Cream Truck Prank

Three teens in southern New Jersey are accused of playing a prank on young children by imitating an ice cream truck.

2012/08/29

Local Program Prepares Teen Girls For More Than Just A Job

Seventeen teenage girls will graduate next week from a local workforce empowerment summer camp and the young ladies learned about more than just how to get a j-o-b.

2012/08/25

Teens Cause $100K In Damage To New Jersey School

Two teenagers have been arrested after police say they caused $100,000 in damage to a school in New Jersey.

2012/07/31

The Dangers Of Sexting

There is a disturbing report about an issue with teenagers that was not even on the radar a decade ago – sexting.

2012/07/10

3 On Your Side: Teen Summer Jobs

Summer has officially arrived, and if your teen is having trouble finding a job, 3 On Your Side Consumer Reporter Jim Donovan finds it may not be his or her fault.

2012/06/27